Stayton is a unique and distinctive given name of English origin. It is derived from the Old English word 'steg', meaning 'roof', combined with 'tun', which refers to an enclosure or settlement. Therefore, Stayton translates to 'settlement with a roof' or 'enclosed estate'. This name has been predominantly used in England and some parts of Scotland, though it is not particularly common. It is often found in historical records and may be more frequently encountered in families with deep roots in these regions. The variant spelling of Staytun is also sometimes seen.
The name Stayton saw its peak popularity during these years with an equal number of births in both 1999 and 2011. However, it seems to have been less common in other years as there are only a total of 10 births recorded within this timeframe.